Cross Border Commissioner

Department of the Premier and Cabinet
Job reference: 590359
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneAbout the DepartmentThe Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.About the Business - Office of the Chief Executive (OCE)The Cross Border Commissioner will lead and drive the facilitation of improved outcomes for South Australian people and businesses in Cross Border communities.Role Highlights

• Regional role based in a Cross Border community
• Opportunity to engage with local communities and businesses
• Act as a trusted advisor to advance the needs for Cross Border communities

Role DetailsReporting into the Chief Executive of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet and with Ministerial responsibility of the Premier of South Australia, the Cross Border Commissioner will be responsible for successfully leading the facilitation of improved outcomes for South Australian people and businesses in Cross Border communities. The Commissioner will play a prominent role as a voice for Cross Border regions, advocating for communities, businesses and individuals through driving collaboration between state governments, increasing economic opportunities for South Australian businesses and workers that live, work, operate in Cross Border regions and reducing barriers to accessing key services.
The Commissioner is responsible for providing strategic leadership across key Cross Border issues through:

• Forging key partnerships and facilitating collaboration across jurisdictions, Inter and intra government agencies, key business and community stakeholders with an explicit focus on achieving outcomes.
• Publicly engaging with businesses, community members and stakeholders to identify key crossborder issues affecting South Australians, advising the Government and working across agencies to address those issues.
• Working strategically with all tiers of government and industry sectors to ensure the needs of Cross Border communities are considered in the development and implementation of key policy, procedures and legislation.
• Facilitating better access to services for Cross Border communities by working with other jurisdictions and service providers to improve planning and access to a services spanning across the education, justice, health and community services sectors.
• Identifying key barriers for economic development and advocating to support jobs growth and labour mobility in border regions.

Special Conditions

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required. This may involve evening or weekend work including occasional overnight travel.
• Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated experience and understanding with Cross Border issues.
• Positioned in or willing to relocate to a Cross Border community.
• Possession of a current drivers licence and willingness to drive is essential.

ClassificationSAES Level1 - ExecutiveSalary Range$179,720 - $276,492 p.a.DurationUp to 3 yearsEnquiries toMichelle Christie
Director - Adelaide, Robert Walters
Phone: 08 8216 3500
Email: michelle.christie@robertwalters.com.auOrJessica Gouscos
Managing Consultant – Robert Walters
Phone: 08 8216 3516
Email:
Applications close: 25/04/2024 11:00 PMAttachments:
-Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.